International Journal of Academic Health and Medical Research (IJAHMR)

Title: MATERNAL DEATH DUE TO AMNIOTIC EMBOLISM: TWO CASES

Authors: S.Boudhas, A. El Bechir , M.B Idrissi , N.Mamouni, S.Errarhay, C.Bouchikhi, A.Banani

Volume: 8

Issue: 12

Pages: 9-10

Publication Date: 2024/12/28

Abstract:
Amniotic embolism (AEE) is a very rare complication, occurring in around 2 to 6 pregnancies/100,000 (1), but it is serious, unpredictable and often fatal.It most often occurs during labor, at the moment of delivery or at the time of delivery. Despite the progress made in recent years, its diagnosis and management remain a real challenge for clinicians, and maternal death is an extremely painful event for both relatives and caregivers.

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